2012 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · GY12 BYP

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in February 2026 at 28,906 miles, which returned no recorded defects. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes over the last several years, suggesting that the vehicle has remained in good operational condition and has not suffered from significant mechanical or structural failures during the annual DVSA testing process. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,065 miles per year. Between March 2022 and February 2026, the car covered only 2,971 miles, indicating infrequent use or short-distance commuting. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such low usage patterns often introduce risks related to age-related degradation, such as perished rubber, dried seals, or brake fluid contamination rather than mechanical fatigue. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to time and long periods of standing despite the low odometer reading. The 2023 test at 26,983 miles flagged a nearside front nail in the tyre, which is a minor consumable issue that was resolved. Given the lack of previous advisories regarding suspension bushes or brake corrosion, it is vital to check for surface rust on the brake discs and seized calipers which can occur when a vehicle is driven infrequently. Checking the integrity of the tyres for sidew cracking is also essential, as rubber compounds degrade over fourteen decade regardless of the tread depth.